EpiC Kazakhstan Evidence-based Public Health Messaging and Community Engagement (EMCE) Specialist for Global Health Security

EpiC Project Description:  

The Meeting Targets and Maintaining Epidemic Control (EpiC) project (2019–2027), a global project funded by the U.S. Government, provides strategic technical assistance and direct service delivery to achieve HIV epidemic control among at-risk and vulnerable populations and strengthen global health security (GHS), including COVID-19 response.  

EpiC Kazakhstan is expanding its technical scope to include GHS, recognizing its critical role in strengthening capacities to prevent, detect, and respond to infectious diseases threats in alignment with national and USG priorities. In line with this, we are seeking qualified candidates for the position of Evidence-based Public Health Messaging and Community Engagement Specialist for GHS. The position is open to Kazakh residents and will be based in Almaty, Kazakhstan.   

The technical responsibilities listed below may be adjusted based on the activities approved in the project workplan.

Specific knowledge requirements:

• Knowledge of risk communication, social and behavior change, community engagement and related models and strategies and their practical application;
• Knowledge of zoonotic and communicable diseases of outbreak or pandemic potential is an asset; 
• Proven experience in developing and using multimedia and community engagement approaches to drive behavior change and implement risk communication strategies; 
• Ability to synthesize and translate technically complex information into plain language communication products; 
• Demonstrated ability to work with communities and to communicate with local-level stakeholders of various backgrounds, build rapport, and motivate behavior change; 
• Field experience in developing and implementing social and behavior change communication, advocacy, and projects and programs that have demonstrated impact; 
• Strong technical, programming, and reporting skills;
• Proven ability to work as an effective team member;

Qualification requirements

• Bachelor’s degree (Master’s degree preferred) in communication, social sciences, public health or related field;
• 6-8 years of experience in implementing risk communication, social and behavior change, community level engagement, mass media and/or health advocacy projects or campaigns focused on zoonotic and communicable diseases of outbreak or pandemic potential
• English, Kazakh and Russian languages fluency required.

Duties:

• Assist in the delivery of EMCE capacity-building activities, including preparing materials, coordinating logistics, and supporting training sessions for stakeholders.
• Support KAP study activities, such as data collection, entry, cleaning, and preliminary analysis.
• Assist in SBCC campaign implementation, including drafting communication materials, coordinating with partners, and helping track dissemination.
• Support community engagement efforts, helping organize local meetings, focus groups, and ensuring community feedback is collected and documented.
• Help organize inter-agency exercises, including setting up logistics, tracking participant feedback, and documenting lessons learned.
• Monitor social media and local information channels, flagging emerging rumors, misinformation, or trends for senior staff.
• Support monitoring and evaluation, assisting in data collection, reporting, and tracking indicators for EMCE and emergency response activities.
• Assist with stakeholder coordination, including scheduling meetings, preparing briefs, and sharing updates between project teams, partners, and government counterparts.
• Prepare documentation and reports, such as summaries, minutes, and progress notes, under the guidance of senior staff.
• Perform other supportive tasks as assigned to ensure smooth EMCE and emergency response operations.
• Perform other duties as assigned
• English and Kazakh and Russian languages fluency required.

Travel Requirements:

• 20% , mostly within the Kazakhstan 

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